Explore the Scenic Beauty of Matildaville Trail in Great Falls

Getting There

• Public Bus

  From Gaithersburg, head to the nearest bus stop on MD-355 (Wisconsin Avenue). Take the Ride On Bus Route 58 towards the Shady Grove Metro Station. After approximately 20 minutes, get off at the Shady Grove Metro Station. From there, take the Metro Red Line towards Glenmont and travel for 11 stops. Disembark at the Grosvenor-Strathmore station. Transfer to the Metrobus Route 470 towards Great Falls. After a short ride, get off at the Great Falls Park stop. You will need to walk a short distance to reach Matildaville Trail.

• Walking and Public Transport

  Start at the Gaithersburg City Hall (31 S Summit Ave). From there, walk to the Gaithersburg MARC Station, which is about a 10-minute walk. Take the MARC Train on the Brunswick Line towards Washington, D.C. You will need to get off at the Rockville Station. Once at Rockville, transfer to the Metro Red Line towards Glenmont and travel for 4 stops. Get off at the Grosvenor-Strathmore station. Finally, take the Metrobus Route 470 towards Great Falls, and disembark at the Great Falls Park stop. Matildaville Trail is within walking distance from this bus stop.

• Bike Rental

  If you're feeling adventurous, consider renting a bike from a bike-sharing station in Gaithersburg. Start at the Gaithersburg City Hall and ride north along MD-355 until you reach the intersection with Montrose Road. Continue onto Montrose Road until you reach the intersection with Old Georgetown Road. Follow signs for the Capital Crescent Trail which will lead you towards the Great Falls area. The ride will take approximately 1 hour, depending on your pace. Once you reach Great Falls Park, you can access the Matildaville Trail.